Therapy for Attorneys & Legal Professionals

The legal profession demands intellectual rigor, emotional endurance, and sustained focus under pressure. In my Manhattan practice, I provide psychotherapy-informed coaching for attorneys navigating Big Law, high-stakes litigation, and judicial responsibilities. We work to cultivate the psychological resilience necessary to thrive professionally while protecting your mental health.

The Psychological Complexity of Legal Work

The adversarial nature of law often extends beyond the courtroom into the self. Constant hyper-vigilance, precision, and billable-hour pressure can fragment the sense of self and create chronic anxiety. My approach helps you restore internal stability, maintaining a competitive edge while mitigating the impact of secondary trauma.

Strategic Resilience in High-Pressure Environments

Success in law requires not only analytical skill but mastery of interpersonal dynamics. Drawing on my experience with the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and complex institutional initiatives, I support legal professionals in navigating:

• Vicarious Trauma: Managing emotional impact from high-conflict cases, corporate litigation, or sensitive client matters.
• Performance Anxiety: Overcoming imposter syndrome and pressure from partnership tracks, trials, or oral arguments.
• Conflict Resolution: Addressing interpersonal friction in firms, teams, and opposing counsel interactions.
• Cognitive Sustainability: Managing decision fatigue and cognitive load to prevent professional errors and burnout.

A Reflection on Professional Identity

"For the attorney whose life revolves around statutes and external systems, the most vital skill is mastering one’s own internal landscape amidst relentless scrutiny."

The Path to Sustainable Practice: Our Approach

We integrate strategic oversight with depth psychology to foster a resilient and unified professional identity:

1. Decoupling Identity from Outcomes

We ensure your sense of worth is not tethered to a verdict, deal closure, or performance review, shielding you from the volatility of legal work.

2. Physiological Stress Management

Identify and regulate the "fight or flight" response during high-pressure moments, restoring clarity and composure in real-time.

3. Navigating Firm Dynamics

We address the human element—managing partners, clients, and firm culture—while preserving personal peace and boundaries.

4. Cultivating Longevity

Move beyond survival mode to a sustainable professional life that aligns with your core values, resilience, and long-term well-being.